2006 BMW 530 vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Studebaker |
Model | 530 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |