1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 552 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | GT 40 | President State |
Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |