1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 403 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF 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 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Studebaker | Jaguar |
| Model | President State | XF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2908 mm |
