1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 1 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 34 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
