1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Bel Air | Evora |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2575 mm |
