R2 Hawk vs R2 Lark

The Lark is brick aerodynamically.

Michael - Roseland FL wrote:

All other things being equal (transmission, rear end, etc.) I would expect the Lark to be *quicker* but even with the big, upright grille I suspect the Hawk would be more aerodynamic thus the higher top speed. A

53-54 coupe or hardtop with the same drivetrain would probably be the best combination of factory parts for highest top speed.

What's the top speed of an R2 Avanti? I would suspect that it would be higher than either, even though the Avanti is heavier, due to its being almost as aerodynamic as the 53-54.

nate

From what I have read if the same running gear was in all cars the speed would rate as, slowest to fastest,:

1. Lark
2. Hawk
3. Avanti
4. 53/4 coupe.

It's all aerodynamics at this point.

Wiz.

I never appreciated aerodynamics so much till i started drag racing slot cars, just 1/8 inch in height made a big difference in times, My favorite slot car was a hard body 53 Stude coupe that won many races in its class, Low & Go.

Bob Whiten Wagonmaster