1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 238 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Humber | Maserati |
Model | Super Snipe | Spyder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.8 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |