1971 AC 428 vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 14 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 80 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.
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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1971 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1971 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | AC | Studebaker |
| Model | 428 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
