1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 35 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 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 523 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 208 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
