2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 45 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
| Model | B2500 | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2980 mm |
