1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bel Air | ML |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 97 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 | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
