1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Super Snipe | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
