1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 4 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 105 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
