1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Captiva |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |