1999 Ford Contour vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 308 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (175 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Contour | President State |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
