2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
Model | Suburban | Silver Hawk |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3050 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |