1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1979 ZIL 4104 is newer by 24 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1785 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 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
Model | Bel Air | 4104 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3340 mm |