1957 Citroen 11 vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, both 1957 Citroen 11 and 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Studebaker Silver 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 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 11, 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. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 11 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 11 | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Citroen | Studebaker |
| Model | 11 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3070 mm |
