1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (298 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bel Air | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
