1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 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, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra 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 287 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Sierra | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
