2008 BMW 650 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 54 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 280 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.
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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Humber |
Model | 650 | Hawk |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2265 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |