1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 41 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Bel Air | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
