2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Studebaker |
| Model | CLK | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
