2009 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 49 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1960 Humber Hawk. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Hawk weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Hawk. (163 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Hawk.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1960 Humber Hawk | |
Make | BMW | Humber |
Model | M3 | Hawk |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 110 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |