1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 25 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Studebaker President State | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Studebaker | BMW |
Model | President State | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |