2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 400 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 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Buick | Studebaker |
| Model | LaCrosse | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
