1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 325 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Studebaker |
| Model | S | President State |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3070 mm |
