1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Bel Air | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3030 mm |
