1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 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 56 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 2009 BMW 130 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. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Humber | BMW |
Model | Super Snipe | 130 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |