1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Bel Air | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |