1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1054 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | Viano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
