1978 Ford Capri vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 24 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 65 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 434 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Capri | President State |
Year Released | 1978 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |