1986 Audi 90 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 28 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, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | 90 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
