1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Bel Air | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 69 L |