2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 54 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, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B5 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1955 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. 2009 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1955 Pontiac Star Chief has manual transmission. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B5 | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
| Model | B5 | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
