1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Aston Martin | Studebaker |
Model | DB5 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |