1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Sunbeam Tiger.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Studebaker | Sunbeam |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 3041 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 27 L |
