1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 72 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bel Air | C |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
