1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 258 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 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan (285 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Bel Air | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3050 mm |