2007 Audi S3 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 51 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, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2007 Audi S3 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, 2007 Audi S3 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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S3 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
