2001 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 331 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3860 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |