1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 57 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 117 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 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 2010 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Bel Air | BLS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
