1974 Bristol 411 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1974 Bristol 411 is newer by 15 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bristol 411 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bristol 411 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Bristol | Humber |
| Model | 411 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
