1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 941 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1959 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Bel Air | Phantom |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 6230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2591 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 6050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3690 mm |