2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1961 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
| Model | B2300 | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
