1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1953 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 710 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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.
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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1953 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Humber |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |