2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 3,041 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Studebaker |
Model | 120 | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |