1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 27 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, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 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 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Bel Air | 126 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
