1972 Ford Torino vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 18 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Torino | President State |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |