1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1955 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1955 Porsche 550 A is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,086 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A.
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:
| 1948 Humber Super Snipe | 1955 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2110 mm |
