1954 Studebaker President State vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Studebaker | BMW |
| Model | President State | 730 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2940 mm |
