1990 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (268 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 44 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Mondial | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ferrari | Humber |
Model | Mondial | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |