1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven 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 90 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Humber | Lotus |
| Model | Super Snipe | Seven |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
