1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra 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 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Bel Air | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 129 L |
