1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 24 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1962 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 1962 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Humber | Pontiac |
| Model | Hawk | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
