← Speedy Thompson
Speedy Thompson — Career Arc
Performance trajectory across 8 Cup Series seasons.
8
Total Seasons
1956-1958
Prime Years
87
Peak Score
Career Phases
Prime (1953-1958)
Twilight (1959)
Veteran (1960)
Season-by-Season
| Year | Races | Wins | Avg Finish | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 7 | 2 | 3.1 | 87 |
| 1954 | 7 | 0 | 15.6 | 27 |
| 1955 | 15 | 2 | 14.7 | 48 |
| 1956 | 42 | 8 | 9.7 | 87 |
| 1957 | 38 | 2 | 10.2 | 72 |
| 1958 | 36 | 4 | 10.3 | 86 |
| 1959 | 29 | 0 | 14.2 | 26 |
| 1960 | 9 | 2 | 17.6 | 62 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Speedy Thompson's prime?
Their statistical prime was 1956-1958 with an average performance score of 82/100.
How many seasons did Speedy Thompson race in Cup?
Speedy Thompson competed in 8 Cup Series seasons from 1953 to 1960.
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.