2009 BMW 125 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 54 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, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 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 224 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 125 | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
