1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Because 1959 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
Model | Super Snipe | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |