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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 332 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 284 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 (637 Nm) has 284 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 | 6997 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
