2009 Acura TSX vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 238 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Acura | Studebaker |
| Model | TSX | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
