2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 498 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Jaguar | Studebaker |
| Model | XKR | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
