1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango 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 Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango 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 | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Bel Air | Durango |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |
