2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 43 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 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 890 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 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:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Caterham | Studebaker |
| Model | 7 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
