1954 Buick 40 vs. 1955 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1955 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 170 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
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:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1955 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | 40 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1890 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
