1986 BMW 735 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 34 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, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 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 67 kg more than 1986 BMW 735.
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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 735 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
