1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 13 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
Model | Corvette | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2980 mm |