1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 26 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Because 1962 Humber Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Taurus | Hawk |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
