1953 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1953 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 595 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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:
| 1953 Humber Super Snipe | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Humber | Jaguar |
| Model | Super Snipe | XK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
