1962 Humber Hawk vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 340 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk. 2012 Land Rover LR2 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. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Humber Hawk | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Humber | Land Rover |
Model | Hawk | LR2 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2265 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |