1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Porsche | Studebaker |
| Model | Boxster | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 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 Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
