2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 630 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Studebaker |
| Model | S | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3070 mm |
