1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 49 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, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Bel Air | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3200 mm |
