1963 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 381 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Humber Sceptre | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Sceptre | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
