1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Humber Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Humber | Audi |
Model | Hawk | A5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |