1954 Humber Hawk vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 59 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 444 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Humber Hawk | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Hawk | XK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2752 mm |
