2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 4 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chrysler | Studebaker |
| Model | 300 | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
