1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 58 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 217 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Silverado |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |