1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 41 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Humber | Land Rover |
| Model | Sceptre | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 93 L |
