1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 220 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | President State | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3110 mm |
