2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 790 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 Bentley Continental GT 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 Bentley Continental GT 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 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Bentley | Studebaker |
| Model | Continental GT | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
