1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 55 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Bel Air | Passat |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |