2004 BMW 545 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 48 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |