2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 770 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | Cayenne | President State |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4507 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2320 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
