2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |