2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 816 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.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Express | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3070 mm |
