1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 491 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | AC | Humber |
| Model | Greyhound | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
