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Chevrolet Bel Air Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1949–1954) — First Generation

The first-generation Chevrolet Bel Air is a classic American two-door, shown here as a Cabrio and Coupe. You can choose an open-air drop-top or a closed coupe silhouette from the same generation.

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Chevrolet Bel Air Engines and Transmissions

A Chevrolet Bel Air engine in this generation is a gasoline unit, and the drivetrain sends power to the rear wheels. Selected Cabrio examples include the 3.5 MT with a manual transmission, plus the larger 3.9 MT and 3.9 AT, the latter using an automatic for easier everyday driving.

Cabrio — Chevrolet Bel Air Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Chevrolet Bel Air Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwTransmissionType of drive
3.5 MTGasoline3500 cm³92 hp68 kWManualRWD
3.9 MTGasoline3900 cm³106 hp79 kWManualRWD
3.9 ATGasoline3900 cm³115 hp86 kWAutomaticRWD

Coupe — Chevrolet Bel Air Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Chevrolet Bel Air Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwTransmissionType of drive
3.5 MTGasoline3500 cm³92 hp68 kWManualRWD
3.9 MTGasoline3900 cm³106 hp79 kWManualRWD
3.9 ATGasoline3900 cm³115 hp86 kWAutomaticRWD

Chevrolet Bel Air Dimensions

Cabrio — Chevrolet Bel Air Dimensions

Cabrio Chevrolet Bel Air Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
3.5 MT5017 mm2000 mm1450 mm2921 mm
3.9 MT5017 mm2000 mm1450 mm2921 mm
3.9 AT5017 mm2000 mm1450 mm2921 mm

Coupe — Chevrolet Bel Air Dimensions

Coupe Chevrolet Bel Air Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
3.5 MT5017 mm2000 mm1450 mm2921 mm
3.9 MT5017 mm2000 mm1450 mm2921 mm
3.9 AT5017 mm2000 mm1450 mm2921 mm