2006 Acura RSX vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 50 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, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RSX | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RSX | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |