2004 GMC Safari vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 243 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
Make | GMC | Studebaker |
Model | Safari | President State |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 174 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |