2008 BMW M3 vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 64 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.
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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | M3 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
