1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 855 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volkswagen |
| Model | President State | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
