2007 Lexus LS vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 53 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 355 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Lexus | Studebaker |
| Model | LS | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3070 mm |
