2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 30 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | Z3 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
