1990 Buick Electra vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 219 kg more than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Buick | Studebaker |
Model | Electra | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3070 mm |