1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 17 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 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 234 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
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 Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1977 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1977 Chrysler Centura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Chrysler | Studebaker |
| Model | Centura | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
