1948 Humber Hawk vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1948 Humber Hawk. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 288 kg more than 1948 Humber 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Humber Hawk | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Humber | Panoz |
| Model | Hawk | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1944 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
