1962 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Aceca | Continental |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2970 mm |