2001 BMW M vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | M | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
