1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Bel Air | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
