2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1961 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 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Maybach | Studebaker |
| Model | 57 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
