1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe 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 49 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 514 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Humber | Humber |
| Model | Super Snipe | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
