1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, both 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica and 1956 Humber Super Snipe were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 525 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.

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:

1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 1956 Humber Super Snipe
Make Ferrari Humber
Model 410 Superamerica Super Snipe
Year Released 1956 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4962 cc 4138 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 336 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2950 mm


 

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