1953 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 398 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Humber | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super Snipe | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
