1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
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, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | GAZ | Humber |
| Model | M-20 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
