2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 578 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Explorer | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 4.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3070 mm |
