1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 5 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 976 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
