1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1954 Studebaker Commander
To start off, both 1954 Porsche 356 and 1954 Studebaker Commander were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,673 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker Commander (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 605 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 356 | 1954 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | 356 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3673 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3070 mm |
