2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1954 Humber Hawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1954 Humber Hawk has manual transmission. 1954 Humber Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
Model | Silverado | Hawk |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |