1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super Snipe | 320 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
