1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Studebaker |
Model | Silver Spur | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |