1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1960 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 1960 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
Model | Super Snipe | Passat |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |