1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Bel Air | 406 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
