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Humber Super Snipe III

General information

ModelHumber Super Snipe III
Year1960
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2964 ccm (180.86 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2964 ccm (180.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power125.70 PS (92 kW or 124 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke87.3 x 82.6 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed152.0 km/h (94.4 mph)
0-50 miles12.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0835 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1506 kg (3,320.2 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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