2000 Acura NSX vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 45 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 25 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Acura | Studebaker |
| Model | NSX | President State |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
