2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 344 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Buick | Studebaker |
| Model | Centieme | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
