1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sixty | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2930 mm |
