1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 48 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 539 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 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica 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 | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Bel Air | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2960 mm |
