2005 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 51 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, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | A6 | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
