1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1949 Land Rover I
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Land Rover I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Land Rover I would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Land Rover I. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1949 Land Rover I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1949 Land Rover I | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Bel Air | I |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
