2006 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 51 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 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 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 530 | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
