1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 56 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 259 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Humber | Aston Martin |
| Model | Super Snipe | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7300 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 | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
