2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 165 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Mustang | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
