1985 AC Cobra vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Bel Air |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |