2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 90 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Holden | Studebaker |
| Model | Berlina | President State |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
