1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 632 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bel Air | Toronado |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 91 L |