2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 48 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1035 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Arnage | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Bentley | Studebaker |
| Model | Arnage | President State |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3070 mm |
