1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1058 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bel Air | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3890 mm |
