1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 60 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, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 191 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Bel Air | A6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2912 mm |
