1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 128 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Ford | Humber |
| Model | GT 40 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
