1955 Packard Patrician vs. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1955 Packard Patrician is newer by 1 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician 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:
1955 Packard Patrician | 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | |
Make | Packard | Pontiac |
Model | Patrician | Star Chief |
Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3110 mm |