1962 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1426 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Aceca | Continental GT |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 91 L |