1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 40 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (515 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Ferrari | Studebaker |
| Model | Maranello | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
