1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 19 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 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 315 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ferrari | Studebaker |
| Model | 365 BB | President State |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4243 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
