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Studebaker Sky Hawk 5.8

General information

ModelStudebaker Sky Hawk 5.8
Year1956
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5768 ccm (351.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5768 ccm (351.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power275.00 PS (202 kW or 271 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque515.00 Nm (52.5 kgf-m or 379.9 ft.lbs)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1864 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5370 litres (1,419 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1475 kg (3,251.8 pounds)
Overall length5150 mm (202.8 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheelbase2980 mm (117.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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