1955 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 58 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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 75 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
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. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1955 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1955 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Humber Super Snipe | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Super Snipe | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
