1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 44 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, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS 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 92 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS.
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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2003 Lexus IS | |
Make | Humber | Lexus |
Model | Super Snipe | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |