2007 BMW M6 vs. 1952 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 55 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 187 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Humber Super Snipe. (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1952 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | M6 | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
