1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 113 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.
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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Buick | Humber |
Model | Skylark | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |