1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Bel Air | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |