1971 BMW Touring vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | Touring | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
