1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | 911 | President State |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3070 mm |
