1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 317 kg more than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1952 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1952 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Buick | Humber |
Model | Centurion | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |