2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1959 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 50 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (121 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 198 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Humber Super Snipe. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1959 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 456M | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
