2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 49 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 604 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | SSR | President State |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
