1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 26 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
Model | V8 Zagato | Hawk |
Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 56 L |