2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Opel | Studebaker |
| Model | Speedster | President State |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3070 mm |
