2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 46 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 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
