1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 368 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volvo |
| Model | President State | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2774 mm |
