2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Land Rover | Studebaker |
| Model | Discovery | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
