1965 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1970 Humber Sceptre is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Electra weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Electra | 1970 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Buick | Humber |
| Model | Electra | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
