1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Bel Air | Frontier |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |