1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 49 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Studebaker | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silver Hawk | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3050 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |