2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | Cayenne | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
