1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 55 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 197 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 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Studebaker | Honda |
| Model | President State | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2797 mm |
