2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 43 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1150 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1962 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1962 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Bentley | Humber |
| Model | Arnage | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
