1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk

To start off, both 1960 Cadillac 62 and 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.

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:

1960 Cadillac 62 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
Make Cadillac Studebaker
Model 62 Sky Hawk
Year Released 1960 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 4735 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2980 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 68 L


 

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