1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Daimler | Studebaker |
Model | DE 36 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1946 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3070 mm |