1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 42 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 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 124 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
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 | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Bel Air | NSX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2540 mm |