1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 307 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Because 1952 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1952 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1952 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Humber | Peugeot |
| Model | Super Snipe | 605 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
