1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 29 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 3,041 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 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 310 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1959 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 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, 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, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (176 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volvo |
| Model | Silver Hawk | 480 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3041 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
