1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1966 Jensen FF is newer by 14 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 222 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Humber | Jensen |
| Model | Super Snipe | FF |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
