1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 761 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 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Bel Air | Sierra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3645 mm |