2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
| Model | DrifterX | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
