1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
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. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1954 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1954 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | Riviera | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
