2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 724 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Silverado | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3070 mm |
