2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 50 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Alpina | Studebaker |
Model | B7 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |