2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 51 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 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 253 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Humber Super Snipe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | GAZ | Humber |
| Model | 3111 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
