1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,042 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 84 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Scorpio | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |