1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 34 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), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 133 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.
Because 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Humber | Lamborghini |
| Model | Super Snipe | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| 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 | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 326 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
