1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 55 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Bel Air | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
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 | 2742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3099 mm |