1948 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 38 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1948 Humber Super Snipe. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 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 156 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
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 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | 928 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
