1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1983 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1983 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
| Model | RX-7 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
