1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Bel Air | S-Type |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |