2008 BMW 116 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 116 | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
