1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 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 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 214 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Sceptre | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
