1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 29 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 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 4000.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000. 1986 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Bel Air | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
