1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 55 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, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 624 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Bel Air | X5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2933 mm |