1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |