2006 Acura TSX vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2006 Acura TSX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TSX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TSX | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Acura | Studebaker |
| Model | TSX | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
