2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1960 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | F430 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 56 L |
