2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1089 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Silverado | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3070 mm |
