1953 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1964 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1964 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 5000 GT 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 390 kg more than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT.
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 | 1964 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Humber | Maserati |
| Model | Super Snipe | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
