1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hawk | SE |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
