1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 23 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 401 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.
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. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Bel Air | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
