1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1979 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1979 Maserati Bora is newer by 22 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 4,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 186 kg more than 1979 Maserati Bora.
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 | 1979 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Bel Air | Bora |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 4897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
