1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 59 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 114 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Studebaker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | President State | SLS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
