1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 259 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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 Volkswagen Caravelle, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bel Air | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3330 mm |
