1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 32 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 718 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Humber | Opel |
| Model | Sceptre | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
