2006 Audi S4 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe

To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.

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2006 Audi S4 1964 Humber Super Snipe
Make Audi Humber
Model S4 Super Snipe
Year Released 2006 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 2965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 339 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 72 L