2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 43 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | Mustang | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |