1988 BMW 524 vs. 1955 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Humber Super Snipe (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 535 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1955 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 524 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4138 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
