2008 Audi S4 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 54 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, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | S4 | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
