1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 29 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Humber | Maserati |
| Model | Sceptre | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
