2009 BMW 523 vs. 1962 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Humber Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Humber Hawk would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1962 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1962 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 523 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
