1974 BMW 3 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 20 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, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 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 117 kg more than 1974 BMW 3.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 3 | President State |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
