1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 17 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 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 426 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Studebaker |
Model | 1602 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |