1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 56 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), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1631 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| 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 | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
