1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 53 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, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 130 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 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Studebaker | BMW |
| Model | President State | 325 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
