1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Porsche |
| Model | President State | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
