2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 180 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |