2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
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. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1956 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1956 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
