2005 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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 251 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
