1998 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 1998 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 42 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ascari Ecosse 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, 1998 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 1998 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ascari Ecosse | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | Ascari | Chevrolet |
Model | Ecosse | Bel Air |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1690 mm |