1973 BMW Touring vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 18 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, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 626 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1973 BMW Touring | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Touring | Star Chief |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |