1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 58 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, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 250 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2013 Acura TL 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 | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Studebaker | Acura |
Model | President State | TL |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2775 mm |