1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 41 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), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 114 kg more than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. 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. 1995 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1954 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1954 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Humber |
| Model | Virage | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
