1959 AC Ace vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1959 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
