2008 BMW X5 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 53 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | X5 | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3070 mm |
