2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 2000 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1960 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1960 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | Z3 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
