2007 BMW 335 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 335 | Bel Air |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |