2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1412 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
| Model | Ram | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3070 mm |
