1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 30 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 393 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Humber | Pontiac |
Model | Super Snipe | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |