1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 36 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
