1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 50 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1900 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1960 Humber Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1960 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1960 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hawk | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2919 mm |
