1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 35 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 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 495 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (471 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Studebaker |
| Model | Diablo | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5709 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 595 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
