1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
Model | 928 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |