1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 517 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | 911 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
