2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 42 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 479 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | Vanquish | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 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 | 1914 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
