1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1960 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1960 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1960 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Humber | Infiniti |
| Model | Super Snipe | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
