1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk has manual transmission. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Cadillac | Studebaker |
| Model | 62 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
