1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
