1967 Humber Sceptre vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Humber Sceptre.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Humber Sceptre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Humber Sceptre. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Humber Sceptre has manual transmission. 1967 Humber Sceptre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Humber Sceptre | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Humber | Audi |
Model | Sceptre | A8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |