1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 56 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 365 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 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 | 2012 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Bel Air | S8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 513 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1948 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2992 mm |
