1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 57 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 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, 2011 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2011 BMW 325 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. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Hawk | 325 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
