1959 AC Aceca vs. 1995 Bentley Continental
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1995 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Aceca | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 108 L |
