1997 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 43 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Hawk weights approximately 334 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | AC | Humber |
Model | Cobra | Hawk |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |