2004 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 50 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, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 112 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.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | A6 | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
