2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 315 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 Ford Freestyle 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 Ford Freestyle 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Freestyle | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
