1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 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 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 241 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Bel Air | XJ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4343 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3032 mm |