1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1968 Humber Sceptre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912.
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, 1967 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm). This means 1967 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Humber | Porsche |
| Model | Sceptre | 912 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
