1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is newer by 4 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 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk 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. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Studebaker | Studebaker |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3050 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2980 mm |
