1965 Humber Sceptre vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1965 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Humber Sceptre. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Humber Sceptre. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1965 Humber Sceptre has manual transmission. 1965 Humber Sceptre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Humber Sceptre | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Humber | Bentley |
| Model | Sceptre | Continental |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2746 mm |
