1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 23 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 4,139 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1975 MG MGB.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Humber | MG |
| Model | Super Snipe | MGB |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
