1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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 287 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | 964 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
