1972 AMC Matador vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 355 kg more than 1960 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | AMC | Studebaker |
| Model | Matador | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
