1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1243 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Humber | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Super Snipe | Corniche |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |