1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 963 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 854 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Studebaker | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Silver Hawk | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3050 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
