2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1954 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 53 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 236 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1954 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Lumina | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
