1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 228 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
Model | Caprice | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |