1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 879 kg more than 1960 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 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Econoline | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2800 mm |
