1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1953 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 45 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 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue 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 204 kg more than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1953 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1998 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1953 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | Park Avenue | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
