1955 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 36 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
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 Pontiac Star Chief | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Star Chief | Supra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2560 mm |
