2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. 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:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1956 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-350 | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4714 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 | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3110 mm |
