1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 43 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Bel Air | Maranello |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 114 L |