2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Defender | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3110 mm |
