1954 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 39 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, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Vauxhall Carlton 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 50 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
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:
| 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Star Chief | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
