2007 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 34 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 2007 BMW 330 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 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 330 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
