1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 33 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 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 64 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Alpine | Studebaker |
Model | A 610 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |