2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
Model | Express | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |