1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 452 kg more than 1957 Studebaker Silver 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 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Studebaker | Cadillac |
Model | Silver Hawk | STS |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3050 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |