1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR 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 | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Bel Air | XKR |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |