1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 57 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 885 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 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Studebaker | BMW |
| Model | President State | X5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2934 mm |
