1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Opel Antara
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Bel Air | Antara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1899 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
