1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 800 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Bentley | Studebaker |
| Model | Brooklands | President State |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3070 mm |
