1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 55 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1267 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Navigator. 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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. 2011 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Studebaker | Lincoln |
| Model | Sky Hawk | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3327 mm |
