1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1954 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1954 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Hawk | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
