2008 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 320 | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4243 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
