2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Exige (400 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Lotus | Studebaker |
Model | Exige | President State |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |