1964 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 44 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Humber Super Snipe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 Humber Super Snipe. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF 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 312 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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, 1964 Humber Super Snipe (226 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Humber Super Snipe | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Humber | MG |
| Model | Super Snipe | TF |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
