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Chevrolet Bel Air
General information | |
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| Model | Chevrolet Bel Air |
| Year | 1953 |
| Category | Large/luxury cars |
| Rating | 57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 3859 ccm (235.48 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Automatic, 3-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 3859 ccm (235.48 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Max power | 116.60 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 3700 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 271.00 Nm (27.6 kgf-m or 199.9 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Automatic, 3-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0786 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 4 |
| Passenger space | 4730 litres (1,250 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 13 m (496.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1483 kg (3,269.5 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4980 mm (196.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 1910 mm (75.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1650 mm (65.0 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2930 mm (115.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 60.0 litres (15.85 gallons) |
