1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1386 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1963 Humber Sceptre has manual transmission. 1963 Humber Sceptre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Humber Sceptre | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Humber | Land Rover |
Model | Sceptre | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |