1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 58 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Humber | Toyota |
| Model | Hawk | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
