1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 578 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Humber |
| Model | Guara | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
