1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander 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, 2005 Mahindra Commander 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
Model | Bel Air | Commander |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |