2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (399 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Express | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
