1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 44 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 895 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Econoline | President State |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3070 mm |
