1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 113 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Bel Air | Firebird |
Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |