1978 Ford Capri vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 23 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 540 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm). This means 1955 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 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Capri | President State |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
