1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Humber | Toyota |
Model | Super Snipe | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |