1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2010 Audi S5

To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 56 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 390 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.

Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Humber Hawk 2010 Audi S5
Make Humber Audi
Model Hawk S5
Year Released 1954 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2265 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 70 HP 354 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4636 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 63 L


 

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