1956 AC Ace vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 50 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1691 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
