1999 Alpina B 12 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 12 is newer by 45 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State.
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, 1999 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 12 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Alpina | Studebaker |
| Model | B 12 | President State |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
