1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 46 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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 465 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | 996 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
