1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 18 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach 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 122 kg more than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach 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 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Humber | Lamborghini |
Model | Super Snipe | Countach |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 62 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |