1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 32 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 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 150 kg more than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Jalpa | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
