1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M670
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca M670 is newer by 17 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca M670 (445 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca M670 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 | 1973 Matra-Simca M670 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Bel Air | M670 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 11000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2570 mm |
