2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 49 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (271 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 975 kg more than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (515 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk has manual transmission. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Bentley | Studebaker |
Model | Continental | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 515 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2980 mm |