1954 Humber Hawk vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 42 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 272 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Humber | Lamborghini |
| Model | Hawk | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
