1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (158 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Bel Air | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2737 mm |
