1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 54 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 535 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
