2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver 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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Studebaker |
Model | GTS | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |