2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 185 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 1955 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 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Renault | Studebaker |
| Model | Vel Satis | President State |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
