1988 Buick Electra vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 33 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 11 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 25 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Buick | Studebaker |
Model | Electra | President State |
Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3070 mm |