1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Bel Air | Patrol |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |