1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 313 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Humber | Pontiac |
Model | Super Snipe | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |