1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 51 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 529 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.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | Humber | Audi |
Model | Super Snipe | S6 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |