2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | Convertible | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
