1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Bel Air | A6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |