1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 48 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 353 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Humber | Jaguar |
Model | Super Snipe | XK8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |