2004 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 325 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
