1954 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 643 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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 Pontiac Star Chief | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Pontiac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Star Chief | CCR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2659 mm |
