2007 Audi S3 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 52 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, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
Because 2007 Audi S3 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, 2007 Audi S3 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | S3 | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
