1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 156 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super Snipe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
