2009 BMW M5 vs. 1954 Humber Hawk
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 55 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1954 Humber Hawk. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 476 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Humber Hawk. (162 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Humber Hawk. 2009 BMW M5 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. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1954 Humber Hawk | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | M5 | Hawk |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2265 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
