1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 55 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 155 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Studebaker | BMW |
| Model | President State | 545 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
