1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 54 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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 287 kg more than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Humber Super Snipe | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Super Snipe | Viano |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |