1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1964 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1964 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Humber | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super Snipe | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
