1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 32 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 267 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Sceptre | 928 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
