1974 Buick GS vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 22 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 123 kg more than 1974 Buick GS.
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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Buick | Humber |
Model | GS | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |