1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 37 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 540 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hawk | 300 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
