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Chevrolet Bel Air

General information

ModelChevrolet Bel Air
Year1957
Rating57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3860 ccm (235.54 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3860 ccm (235.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power117.00 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque277.00 Nm (28.2 kgf-m or 204.3 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke90.5 x 100.0 mm (3.6 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0722 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5890 litres (1,556 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1626 kg (3,584.7 pounds)
Overall length5320 mm (209.4 inches)
Overall width1980 mm (78.0 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2990 mm (117.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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