2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1063 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | GMC | Studebaker |
| Model | Yukon | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
