1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 405 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.
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 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | GMC | Studebaker |
| Model | Suburban | President State |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3070 mm |
