1968 Humber Sceptre vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1003 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Humber Sceptre | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Humber | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sceptre | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |
