1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 176 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 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Sceptre | 968 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 92 L |
