2006 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 52 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, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | M3 | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3070 mm |
