1988 Audi V8 vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Audi | Studebaker |
| Model | V8 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
