2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 53 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Because 1954 Humber Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Humber Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2007 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | Rendezvous | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
