← Jim Vandiver
Jim Vandiver — Career Arc
Performance trajectory across 6 Cup Series seasons.
6
Total Seasons
1971-1973
Prime Years
33
Peak Score
Career Phases
Rookie (1970)
Prime (1971)
Twilight (1972-1975)
Season-by-Season
| Year | Races | Wins | Avg Finish | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 14 | 0 | 20.4 | 14 |
| 1971 | 7 | 0 | 13.6 | 33 |
| 1972 | 16 | 0 | 25.8 | 14 |
| 1973 | 10 | 0 | 20.2 | 16 |
| 1974 | 7 | 0 | 24.7 | 6 |
| 1975 | 13 | 0 | 19.8 | 16 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jim Vandiver's prime?
Their statistical prime was 1971-1973 with an average performance score of 21/100.
How many seasons did Jim Vandiver race in Cup?
Jim Vandiver competed in 6 Cup Series seasons from 1970 to 1975.
What is a Prime Score?
A 0-100 composite metric combining wins, top-5 rate, top-10 rate, and average finish position. It measures a driver's overall performance in a given season relative to the field.