2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 45 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 922 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 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Suburban | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
