1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is newer by 15 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 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 (391 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 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 600 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450.
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 | 1970 Monteverdi Hai 450 | |
| Make | Humber | Monteverdi |
| Model | Super Snipe | Hai 450 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 130 L |
