1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1953 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1953 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Corvette | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
