1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1959 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Humber |
| Model | 62 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
