1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 158 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bel Air | C |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |