1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 56 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, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 535 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 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Studebaker | BMW |
| Model | President State | 535 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2885 mm |
