1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1968 TVR Tuscan

To start off, both 1968 Humber Sceptre and 1968 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Tuscan (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 127 kg more than 1968 TVR Tuscan.

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:

1968 Humber Sceptre 1968 TVR Tuscan
Make Humber TVR
Model Sceptre Tuscan
Year Released 1968 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1723 cc 4727 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 82 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 992 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 65 L


 

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