1968 AMC AMX vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 11 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 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 249 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. 1968 AMC AMX 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. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | AMX | Bel Air |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3860 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |