1964 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Aceca | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| 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 | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |
