2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Studebaker |
| Model | Galant | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
