1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 42 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 269 kg more than 1948 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. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1948 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1948 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Humber Super Snipe 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Humber Oldsmobile
Model Super Snipe Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1948 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4086 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2990 mm 2950 mm


 

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