1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Humber |
| Model | A3C | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
