1956 AC Ace vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 54 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1456 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
