1987 BMW 324 vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,136 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 324 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
