1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Humber | Maybach |
| Model | Super Snipe | 57 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3400 mm |
