1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1997 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1997 Lincoln Continental is newer by 44 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 267 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1997 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Lincoln Continental 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 | 1997 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Bel Air | Continental |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 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 | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |