1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 761 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Studebaker | Chevrolet |
| Model | President State | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3645 mm |
