1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 135 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
Model | Corvette | Hawk |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 110 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |