2003 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 AC Aceca. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Aceca | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
