1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 30 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 16 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Alpine | Studebaker |
| Model | V6 | President State |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
