1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1965 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 10 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 44 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 1965 Jensen CV-8 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Jensen | Studebaker |
| Model | CV-8 | President State |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
