1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 32 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 108 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1991 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Humber | Lamborghini |
Model | Super Snipe | Diablo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |