1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 765 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover Range Rover (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Rover | Studebaker |
| Model | Range Rover | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 111 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
