2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 55 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 67 kg more than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
