1999 GMC Safari vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 47 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 202 kg more than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1952 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1952 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | GMC | Humber |
| Model | Safari | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
