2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 405 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Studebaker |
| Model | C | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 457 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
