1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1963 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 144 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Studebaker | BMW |
Model | Silver Hawk | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3042 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |