1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Studebaker | Subaru |
| Model | President State | Forester |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
