1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1974 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | GMC | Studebaker |
| Model | Suburban | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3070 mm |
