1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 58 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 653 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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.
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1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Bel Air | Acadia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3020 mm |