1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 53 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 693 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 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 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Super Snipe | X6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
