1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 19 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Studebaker President State | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Studebaker | Volkswagen |
Model | President State | Passat |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2803 mm |