2005 BMW X3 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2005 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X3 | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |