1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 57 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 645 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Studebaker | BMW |
| Model | President State | 750 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3211 mm |
