1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Humber Super Snipe | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Humber | Maserati |
| Model | Super Snipe | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
