1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 54 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 531 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo 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 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Studebaker | Maserati |
Model | Silver Hawk | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3050 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |