1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 35 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Aston Martin | Studebaker |
Model | V8 Zagato | President State |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 353 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |