1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 39 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 352 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Humber | Mercury |
Model | Super Snipe | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |