1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1955 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1955 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Bel Air | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 5420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
