1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. 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 172 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 98 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Because 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Studebaker | Volkswagen |
Model | Sky Hawk | Touran |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5768 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 250 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2680 mm |