1956 AC Ace vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 47 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2003 Bentley Azure 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. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Azure |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2970 mm |
