1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 47 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, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 313 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
Because 1952 Humber Super Snipe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Humber Super Snipe | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Humber | Rover |
| Model | Super Snipe | 75 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
