1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Bel Air | Rexton |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |