1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 43 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 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk. 2005 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1962 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1962 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Hawk | 520 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
