1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 56 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), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 220 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Studebaker | Cadillac |
| Model | Silver Hawk | ATS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
