1957 Alvis TC 108 G vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1957 Alvis TC 108 G is newer by 5 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 12 more horse power than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Humber Super Snipe should accelerate faster than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 338 kg more than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alvis TC 108 G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alvis TC 108 G | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Alvis | Humber |
| Model | TC 108 G | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
