1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 735 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Cadillac | Studebaker |
Model | DeVille | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |