1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 52 kg more than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1952 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1952 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
Model | Silverado | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |