2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Excursion | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3070 mm |
