2008 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 525 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
