USA vs France — 1933 vs 1919
| Silver Arrow V12 | H6B Boulogne Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 135 hp |
| Torque | 340 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 7,570 cc | 6,597 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 14.0 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 115 mph | 93 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 19.5 sec | — |
| Weight | 5,600 lbs | 3,968 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 3,531 mm | 3,720 mm |
| Length | 5,690 mm | — |
| Units Produced | 5 | 2,600 |
| Original MSRP | $10,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $5,000,000 | $3,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow V12 brings more power, higher top speed, greater rarity to the table, and the 1919 Hispano-Suiza H6B Boulogne Sport answers with lighter weight, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between USA and France automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow V12 versus 1919 Hispano-Suiza H6B Boulogne Sport is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow V12 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 175 hp compared to 135 hp, a 40-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow uses a V12 displacing 7,570 cc, while the Hispano-Suiza H6B relies on a Inline-6 SOHC with 6,597 cc. The 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow V12 claims a higher top speed at 115 mph compared to 93 mph. The Hispano-Suiza H6B carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1632 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 5 units built, the 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow V12 is considerably scarcer than the Hispano-Suiza H6B's 2,600 examples. On the collector market, the 1933 Pierce-Arrow Silver Arrow V12 commands a significant premium over the 1919 Hispano-Suiza H6B Boulogne Sport, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.