1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 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 30 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Bel Air | Dakota |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |