2009 BMW 125 vs. 1956 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 53 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 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 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 564 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1956 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 125 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
