1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Chrysler | Studebaker |
| Model | Viper | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |
