1999 BMW X5 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 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. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | X5 | President State |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
