1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | 911 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
