1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 49 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, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 285 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk. 2011 BMW 525 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. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Humber Hawk | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Hawk | 525 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2265 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
