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Chevrolet Bel Air 4.3

General information

ModelChevrolet Bel Air 4.3
Year1956
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4343 ccm (265.01 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4343 ccm (265.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0968 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5480 litres (1,448 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1554 kg (3,426.0 pounds)
Overall length4980 mm (196.1 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2930 mm (115.4 inches)
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