1959 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 753 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Humber | Porsche |
Model | Super Snipe | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2895 mm |