1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bel Air | C |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |