1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,265 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Humber Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1954 Humber Hawk (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Humber Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Humber |
Model | GT | Hawk |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |