1954 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 57 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 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief.
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 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Star Chief | 135 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2659 mm |
