1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 46 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV 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 303 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz AIV 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 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Bel Air | AIV |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 225 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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |