1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 855 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.
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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Checker | Studebaker |
| Model | Aerobus | President State |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 3070 mm |
