2006 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
