1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 213 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Cadillac | Humber |
Model | Catera | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |