1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1993 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1993 Infiniti G20 is newer by 40 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 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Infiniti G20.
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, 1993 Infiniti G20, 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1993 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Bel Air | G20 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2560 mm |