2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 125 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (405 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | 911 | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
