1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 51 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 485 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Humber Hawk | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Hawk | M3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |