1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1964 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1964 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Super Snipe | 335 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
