1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1959 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,256 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 608 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Humber | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Super Snipe | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3230 mm |
