1952 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 49 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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 348 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Super Snipe | 996 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
