1996 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | A6 | President State |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
