1955 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 778 kg more than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. 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 Plymouth Belvedere | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Plymouth | GMC |
| Model | Belvedere | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3645 mm |
