2001 Buick Century vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 47 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, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
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, 2001 Buick Century, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Buick | Studebaker |
| Model | Century | President State |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
