1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 94 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2001 Ford Ranger 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. 2001 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Bel Air | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3010 mm |
