1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1967 Ferrari Dino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 452 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1959 Humber Super Snipe (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ferrari | Humber |
Model | Dino | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |