2008 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | 325 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
