1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 58 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, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 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 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Audi |
| Model | President State | A4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2809 mm |
