1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Humber | TVR |
| Model | Super Snipe | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
