1968 Jensen FF vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1968 Jensen FF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 625 kg more than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Jensen | Studebaker |
| Model | FF | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
