1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 53 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volkswagen |
| Model | President State | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
