1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 131 kg more than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Studebaker | Subaru |
| Model | Silver Hawk | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3050 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
