1996 BMW 528 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 44 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, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 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 58 kg more than 1996 BMW 528.
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, 1952 Humber Super Snipe (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | BMW | Humber |
Model | 528 | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |