1990 Audi V8 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 240 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.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | V8 | President State |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
