1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Studebaker President State | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Studebaker | BMW |
Model | President State | 320 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |