1996 Audi S6 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 37 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 268 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.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Audi | Humber |
| Model | S6 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
