2009 Lexus IS vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS. 2009 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk has manual transmission. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Lexus | Studebaker |
| Model | IS | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
