1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1086 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
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1963 Humber Sceptre | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Humber | Volkswagen |
Model | Sceptre | Touareg |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |