1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 441 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Studebaker | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | President State | S |
| 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 | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3165 mm |
