1956 Buick 40 vs. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1956 Buick 40 is newer by 2 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 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 60 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
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:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | 40 | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3110 mm |
