1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 312 is newer by 10 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, 1955 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 930 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Humber Super Snipe | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Humber | Wartburg |
| Model | Super Snipe | 312 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
