1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Humber Super Snipe (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 694 kg more than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 1979 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | GMC | Humber |
| Model | Suburban | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
