1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 63 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Bel Air | 17 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |