1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, both 1956 Aston Martin DB3 and 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 470 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Aston Martin | Studebaker |
Model | DB3 | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 515 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |