1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 44 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Humber | Rover |
| Model | Hawk | 75 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
