1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 32 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Fairlane | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3070 mm |