1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 59 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Bel Air | C5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 186 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 | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
