1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 52 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bel Air | SLK |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |