1995 BMW 330 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Studebaker |
Model | 330 | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |