2009 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 165 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
Make | BMW | Studebaker |
Model | M3 | President State |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |