1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 21 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
| Model | Dart | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
