1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1945 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1945 Ford Taunus. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1945 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 796 kg more than 1945 Ford Taunus. 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:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1945 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Bel Air | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |
