2008 BMW 328 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 51 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, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 328 | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3860 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |