1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 96 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 250 GTE | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 72 L |
