1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,086 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 586 kg more than 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Humber Super Snipe | 1972 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Humber | Jensen |
| Model | Super Snipe | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
