1953 Studebaker Commander vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1953 Studebaker Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Studebaker Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Studebaker Commander | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Studebaker | Honda |
Model | Commander | Accord |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3809 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2741 mm |