1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 42 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
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 | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Humber | Pontiac |
| Model | Super Snipe | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
