1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 21 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 92 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ferrari | Humber |
Model | Mondial | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |