1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 43 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep 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 141 kg more than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. 2000 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2000 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Bel Air | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |