1988 Honda NSX vs. 1955 Studebaker Champion
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker Champion would be higher. At 3,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker Champion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker Champion. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker Champion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker Champion weights approximately 159 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 1955 Studebaker Champion | |
| Make | Honda | Studebaker |
| Model | NSX | Champion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
