1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 479 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bel Air | CL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
