1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 53 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 493 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Bel Air | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |
