2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 47 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 185 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Jaguar | Studebaker |
| Model | XKR | President State |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3070 mm |
