1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 106 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. (346 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Mark VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Lincoln | Studebaker |
| Model | Mark VII | President State |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
