1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 47 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 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 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Bel Air | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3490 mm |
