2003 AC Cobra vs. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 47 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, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 588 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1956 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | AC | Pontiac |
| Model | Cobra | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3110 mm |
