2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 289 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
Model | Corvette | President State |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 353 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |