2007 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 43 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1964 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1964 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 325 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
