1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 31 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 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 76 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Because 1959 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 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 | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Humber | Pontiac |
Model | Super Snipe | 6000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |