1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 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 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Bel Air | F-150 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3050 mm |