1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 33 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Bel Air | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |