1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 50 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 141 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Super Snipe | SL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 661 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |