1957 AC Ace vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1501 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 94 L |
