1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 44 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT 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 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Bel Air | RGT |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |