1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1960 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1960 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1960 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 400 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
