1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 65 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Studebaker | Subaru |
| Model | President State | Forester |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| 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 | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
