2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State.
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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Studebaker |
| Model | SLK | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
