1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 39 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 27 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 1996 Renault Megane 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. 1996 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Bel Air | Megane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
