1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 42 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Super Snipe | 230 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3060 mm |