1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2010 Maybach 57
To start off, 2010 Maybach 57 is newer by 54 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky 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, 2010 Maybach 57 (899 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (515 Nm). This means 2010 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 2010 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk has manual transmission. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 2010 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Studebaker | Maybach |
Model | Sky Hawk | 57 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5768 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 899 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3391 mm |