1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. 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 | 1973 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Bel Air | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |