2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 44 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 208 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Ferrari | Humber |
Model | 360 | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |