1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1955 Studebaker President State 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State 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 196 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
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 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Humber | Studebaker |
| Model | Super Snipe | President State |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3070 mm |
