1992 BMW 740 vs. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 37 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 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 280 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:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
