1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 52 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Studebaker | Subaru |
| Model | President State | Outback |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
