2004 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 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 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 325 | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
