1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 54 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Studebaker | Nissan |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3041 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |
