1961 AC Ace vs. 2001 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2001 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1772 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Ace. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Ace. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1961 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 2001 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
