1980 Buick Electra vs. 1948 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 56 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra.
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. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1948 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1948 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1948 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | Electra | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
