2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1948 Humber Hawk. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 398 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
