1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 36 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 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 288 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Humber |
| Model | 348 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 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 | 1465 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
