1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra 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 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Bel Air | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3650 mm |
