1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 137 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Humber | Audi |
| Model | Super Snipe | A5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
