1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1964 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1964 Humber Super Snipe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Humber Super Snipe 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 384 kg more than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.
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:
| 1955 Humber Super Snipe | 1964 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Humber | Humber |
| Model | Super Snipe | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
