1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.

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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Humber Mercedes-Benz
Model Super Snipe SLK
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 121 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2440 mm


 

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