2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 49 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS6 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
