1959 Berkeley B vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1960 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (124 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Berkeley | Humber |
| Model | B | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
