1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Studebaker | Honda |
Model | Silver Hawk | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3050 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |