1990 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 96 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | M3 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
