1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bel Air | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4343 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |
