1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,041 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 158 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Zodiac | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |