2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1958 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 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Studebaker |
| Model | Z4 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 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 | 1495 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
