1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 754 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
Model | President State | Tundra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3220 mm |