1962 Humber Hawk vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 37 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Humber | Lotus |
Model | Hawk | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |