2008 Smart Roadster vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Roadster | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Smart | Studebaker |
| Model | Roadster | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
