1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 42 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Humber | Land Rover |
| Model | Sceptre | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
