2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 142 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
| Model | Charger | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
