1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,714 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 595 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1956 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 55 | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3110 mm |
