1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 48 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 464 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
