1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 222 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 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Bel Air | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3060 mm |
