1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 54 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, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 427 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 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX 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 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Bel Air | RX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
