1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 401 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Humber | BMW |
| Model | Sceptre | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
