1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 16 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z 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 292 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Humber | Datsun |
Model | Super Snipe | 260Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2581 mm |