1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bel Air | C |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
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 | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |