2004 BMW 318 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 49 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 318 | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
