1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 57 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 961 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Humber | Lotus |
| Model | Super Snipe | Elise |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
