2006 Honda Accord vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 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 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Honda | Studebaker |
| Model | Accord | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
