2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 161 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.
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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Lincoln | Studebaker |
| Model | LS | President State |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
