1999 AC Ace vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 AC Ace. (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Turbo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 94 L |
