1955 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 532 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Bel Air | Discovery |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |