1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 51 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 180 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Humber Hawk | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Humber | MG |
Model | Hawk | XPower |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |