1960 Humber Hawk vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 117 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Hawk | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hawk | CC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
