1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 25 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Falcon | President State |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
