1991 BMW M12 vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | M12 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
