1962 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 47 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1761 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Aceca | Arnage |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |