1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1991 Ferrari C62
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 34 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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 473 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 526 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1991 Ferrari C62 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Bel Air | C62 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 3368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 588 HP |
Torque | 277 Nm | 723 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |