Humber Super Snipe Series IV

Humber Super Snipe Series IV - key facts

First introduced in 1962, the Humber Super Snipe Series IV ended production in 1964.
Maximum speed of the Humber Super Snipe Series IV was 98.4 mph.

Humber Super Snipe Series IV Specifications
From	1962
Until	1964
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	15ft 7in	4.78m
Width	5ft 91/2in	1.77m
Kerb Weight	3416lb/1.525ton	1549kg
Engine
Engine displacement	2965cc	181cu in
Cylinders	6
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	124bhp @ 5000rpm	122PS @ 5000rpm
Specific Output	42bhp/litre	0.69bhp/cu in
Torque Output	160lbft @ 2600rpm	217Nm @ 2600rpm
Specific Torque	73Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Zenith
Performance
Power to weight	81bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	12 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	20.6 seconds
Top speed	98.4mph	158km/h
Fuel consumption	15.8mpg	6.72km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	3 speed Manual with Overdrive option or Automatic
Number of gears	3