1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 567 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Windsor | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
