1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 29 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Humber | Maserati |
| Model | Hawk | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
