1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 125 kg more than 1962 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Hawk | S |
Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |