2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Ford | Studebaker |
Model | F-350 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6802 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 68 L |