1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Ferrari | Humber |
Model | 250 GT | Hawk |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |