2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 282 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.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercury | Studebaker |
| Model | Milan | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
