1956 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 170 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
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 Humber Super Snipe | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Super Snipe | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
