1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 273 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Hawk | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
