1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1995 Ford Windstar
To start off, 1995 Ford Windstar is newer by 39 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, 1995 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Windstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1995 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Bel Air | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
