1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 399 kg more than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1964 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1964 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Chrysler New Yorker 1964 Humber Super Snipe
Make Chrysler Humber
Model New Yorker Super Snipe
Year Released 1951 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5421 cc 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.8 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.1 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1905 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L