1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2001 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 42 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 468 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 2001 Infiniti QX4 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 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 | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Humber | Infiniti |
| Model | Super Snipe | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
