1999 BMW 323 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 37 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Humber Hawk weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Humber |
Model | 323 | Hawk |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |