1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 43 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 96 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Humber | Morgan |
| Model | Sceptre | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
