1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 49 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, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 128 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Humber Super Snipe | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Super Snipe | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |