1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 47 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bel Air | C |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |