2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 46 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 397 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Humber |
| Model | SRX | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
