1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 477 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Exp Speed 8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
