2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 44 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda S2000 | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Honda | Studebaker |
Model | S2000 | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 4735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |