1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 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 35 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 76 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Humber | Rover |
Model | Super Snipe | P4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |