2005 BMW 530 vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 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 3,041 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Silver 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 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Studebaker |
Model | 530 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |