1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 23 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 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Humber | Toyota |
Model | Super Snipe | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |