1956 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Pontiac Star Chief 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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:
| 1956 Pontiac Star Chief | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Star Chief | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4714 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2790 mm |
