1996 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 3 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Bel Air |
Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |