2008 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 52 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, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Bel Air |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3869 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2930 mm |
