1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 478 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Humber | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sceptre | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
